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New York City artist Do-Hu Suh discusses his career, and his native South Korea. Suh, who has become known for his innovative sculpture and installations, believes that his service in the South Korean army was a major influence in his life.

There is an international trend toward participatory, or interactive, art in which viewers can take part in, and sometimes even help shape, the work itself. Various installations, by artists such as Ingrid Eriksson, are described.

The ways in which paintings are evaluated by museum curators and art historians are discussed. The works of Jasper Johns, Andy Warhol and Gerhard Richter are examined and reasons for their acknowledged quality explored.

A description of the lifestyle, career and art collection of photographer Mary Ellen Mark is presented. Her collection of art includes works by famous and anonymous artists and consists of photographs, paintings, models and sculpture.

Most works collected by Carol and Arthur Goldberg may depict rowdy subjects but they contribute to the elegance of the couple's home. The Goldbergs have acquired about 700 artworks, some of which include textured works by Susan Rothenberg and Jannis Kounellis.

Long Island City, New York, traditionally known as an industrial center, is attracting artists, galleries, and museums. For example, the Museum of Modern Art will be opening a satellite museum, MOMA QNS, in the area, and offering free weekend bus service to and from midtown Manhattan.